Mancini wants Toure brothers to return to Man City angry

The pair experienced defeat with Ivory Coast in the quarter-final of the African Cup of Nations, losing 2-1 to Nigeria, and Mancini wants them back and ready for action as City look to defend their Premier League title.

"I am sorry for Yaya and Kolo but I hope they come back very angry and they can play well for us," said Mancini.

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